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The Flex Backpack from ADV, a New Innovative Tennis Gear Bag
We have tested many of the ADV tennis bags in the past years (back in 2023 we reviewed the ADV Jetpack Backpack) and now they’ve released yet another option for players, the Flex Backpack. Designed for both tennis- and pickleball players, the new backpack promises to solve the age-old problem of needing a bag that […]
Top tennis shoes from ASICS
ASICS is one of the top brands for tennis shoes, and their “best” models really come down to your playing style and what you prioritize, such as speed, stability or more of an all-around performance. The brand breaks its top tennis shoes into three main lines, each designed for a different type of player and […]
Best Tennis Shoes from Nike – Which Nike shoes to buy?
Nike’s tennis shoe lineup is one of the most comprehensive in the industry and we ‘ve played with plenty of their models in the past years. They are currently offering distinct models tailored for different player needs such as: speed, durability/stability, and cushion/support. Which are the best Nike tennis shoes? Well, the “best” shoe depends […]
Sho Shimabukuro’s Racquet – Player Profile
Sho Shimabukuro is a Japanese player with a career-high singles ranking of no 135. But what is his current racquet setup? Sho Shimabukuro’s tennis racquet Sho Shimabukuro’s racquet is a Yonex VCORE 98. He is endorsing the 2023 version, but a closer look at his racquet tells me it is either the red 2018 or […]
Clara Tauson’s Racquet – Player Profile
Clara Tauson is a Danish player who is getting close to the top 10 of the WTA rankings. Let’s check some more info for Clara and what racquet she is currently using. Clara Tauson’s tennis racquet Claura Tauson’s racquet is a Yonex Percept 100, according to the cosmetic, but there is a Yonex VCORE Pro […]
Katerina Siniakova’s Racquet – Player Profile
Katerina Siniakova is a great doubles player on the WTA tour, but what is her racquet setup? Katerina Siniakova’s tennis racquet Katerina Siniakova’s racquet is a Wilson Pro Staff, but an older version with a 16/18 string pattern. This pattern is rare among Wilson’s racquets, but used to be a part of the Wilson Six […]
Magdalena Frech’s Racquet – Player Profile
Magdalena Frech is a Polish player with a career high WTA rank of 22. Magdalena Frech’s tennis racquet Magdalena Frech’s racquet is a Wilson Blade Pro 16/19 (called H22 in pro stock terms). This is a rare racquet on the WTA Tour, although very popular on the ATP Tour. On the women’s tour, we usually […]
Ivan Ivanov’s Racquet – Player Profile
Ivan Ivanov is a young talent you might hear more about in the future, widely regarded as one of the most promising junior players right now. The young Bulgarian has made a huge impact on the junior circuit, already drawing comparisons to his countryman Grigor Dimitrov. But what is his currecnt racquet and gear setup? […]
New racquet: Solinco Blackout V2
The new Solinco Blackout V2 has officially been released at various retailers, marking the next evolution of a racquet that has quickly become a favorite among a wide range of players. Building on the success of its predecessor, the Blackout V2 aims to deliver a more solid, stable and comfortable feel without sacrificing the signature […]
MSV String Hybrid Setups: A Comprehensive Review
In September 2024, I transitioned from the Yonex Ezone 98 to the Yonex Percept 100D. The reasoning behind this change was straightforward: I wanted a racket with a larger head size that would provide a more forgiving frame and greater margin for error. (For those interested in a detailed account of that decision-making process, you […]